Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-time

VON Canada; Wolfville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses to provide essential medical care in diverse community settings. This role offers the chance to work autonomously while making a significant impact on the lives of individuals across Nova Scotia. Enjoy a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same, and benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive training, and a supportive team. If you're passionate about community health and eager to expand your skills, this is the perfect opportunity to grow and make a difference in your community.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Vacation time

Health and dental benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Travel compensation

Comprehensive orientation program

SMART phone provided

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Practical Nurse in Nova Scotia is mandatory.
• Experience in community health is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to various age groups in their homes.
• Manage diabetes, dialysis, medications, and wound care.

Skills

Diabetes management

Dialysis

Medication management

Palliative care

Phlebotomy

Wound care

Community health experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse License

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

SMART phone

Job description

Requisition Details:

Employment Status: Regular, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Program Name: Visiting Nursing
Number of Hours Bi-Weekly: 75
Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, Weekends
Union/Bargaining Unit: NSNU
On Call: Yes
Existing Vacancy: Yes - we're currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.

Portability of Seniority as per NSNU Agreement

The power to change lives!

With VON you get to hit the open road, where the scenery and work are different every day. We offer a workplace free from the repetitive and boring, where you can work to your full scope, have clinical autonomy, continuous learning, and meet some great people along the way.

Come for the job, stay for the learning, and the chance to make a difference.

What we can offer you:

• Opportunity to work to full scope and expand your knowledge
• Competitive salaries and vacation time
• Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) & an Employee Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
• Travel compensation
• Comprehensive orientation program
• SMART phone provided to keep you connected during work time
• The opportunity to make a difference in your community
• Portability of Seniority as per NSNU Agreement

What you’ll be doing:

Our LPNs provide medical care to children, youth, adults and seniors in their homes and other settings in communities across Nova Scotia.

• Diabetes management
• Dialysis
• Medication management
• Palliative care
• Phlebotomy
• Wound care; incl. negative pressure wound therapy and complex wounds
• …and much more!

What we need from you:

• Must be Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the province of practice
• Experience in community health an asset
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle is required
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required and a Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

About us:

VON is a non-profit organization that provides clinical, personal and social support to people who want to live every day to the fullest while remaining in their own homes and communities.